Hospitality experts say customers at every price point want some of the same amenities during their stay, and owners must balance that. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Archives for 11/03/2024
Sam Jagger Named General Manager for the Maybourne Beverly Hills Hotel
Most recently Jagger held the position of General Manager at Fairmont Miramar Hotel & Bungalows in Santa Monica, California, where he was previously the Director of Sales & Marketing from 2008 to 2010. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Demographic Hiring Trends: Meeting the Needs of Multigenerational Workforces
In this excerpt from the HSMAI Foundation Special Report: The State of Hotel Sales, Marketing, and Revenue Optimization Talent 2023&2024, we explore the intricate dynamics of the hospitality industry, shaped by demographic trends and evolving workforce paradigms. My review illuminates the industry's current landscape, characterized by both optimism and challenges as it emerges from the … [Read more...]
From Discovery Page to Destination: How Travelers Respond to What They See on Social
Social media plays a complicated role in the fame game. It can be used to publicize good information about where to go and how to behave but can also be used to spread information about overrun destinations or undesirable behaviors. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Registration Opens for The Hospitality Show 2024 in San Antonio, TX
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Questex announced today that registration is now open for this year's The Hospitality Show (The Show), which will be held in San Antonio, Texas, from Oct. 28&30 at the Henry B. González Convention Center. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
265 Room Caesars Republic Scottsdale Hotel Opens in Scottsdale, Arizona
Caesars Republic Scottsdale is the first non&gaming Caesars hotel in the United States. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
EMV Technology Eliminates Charge Backs & Transaction Fees
Fraudulent purchases are extremely difficult to accomplish with EMV cards because it is nearly impossible to counterfeit the microchip. Magnetic stripe technology exposes information the card holds to any card scanner. Bad actors can easily obtain that data and create fake credit or debit cards and use them fraudulently at merchant establishments. Still, even with all of that understanding, 25% … [Read more...]
How Expedia Group Used Platform Convergence to Harness the Efficiency of Generative AI & ITPro
Expedia Group accelerated its adoption of AI tools like GitHub Copilot through platform convergence, unifying its tech stack and reducing internal complexity Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Early Easter Pushes U.S. Spring Break Peak Forward a Week in 2024
Spring break season is officially here, and tracking school calendar data becomes critical during this time in order to predict travel demand across the U.S. The swings in academic calendar patterns from year to year can generate substantial waves in hotel performance, as vacation scheduling directly impacts over 50 million public K&12 students and their families across the country. Appeared … [Read more...]
Hunter Hotel Investment Conference Announces Exclusive Conversation with Ed Bastian, Chief Executive Officer at Delta Airlines
The session will feature a dialogue between Ed Bastian, chief executive officer, Delta Air Lines, and interviewer Greg Friedman, managing principal and CEO, Peachtree Group. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
STR Provides a Regional Update on Hotel Industry Performance 2023 Data and the Year Ahead
In this global update, STR focuses on performance, pipeline, and factors that influenced the data in 2023, while also looking ahead to what’s in store for the rest of 2024. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Château L'Hospitalet Wine Resort Beach & Spa in Narbonne, South of France, Joins the Small Luxury Hotels Group
Overlooking the sea and green hills, this 5&star hotel is a paradise for wine enthusiasts, foodies and nature lovers. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Choice Ends Wyndham Tender Offer
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts (NYSE: WH) today commented on the expiration of Choice Hotels International, Inc.'s (NYSE: CHH) exchange offer and its decision to withdraw its slate of nominees for election to Wyndham's Board of Directors at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholder. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
The Indian Hotels Company Limited Announces the Signing of a Seleqtions Hotel in Surat, Gujarat
The 175&key hotel is strategically located on upscale Dumas Road, a comfortable drive from the airport and key business districts. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Lock And Key Hotel in the Heart of Liverpool, UK Listed for Sale
The hotel is within a short walk of all major attractions in Liverpool city centre including Liverpool One and The Royal Albert Dock along with a wide range of bars and restaurants. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
CBRE Economic Watch: Strong February Job Growth Validates Fed Patience
February's job gains appear to validate the Federal Reserve’s cautious approach to lowering interest rates. We do not expect the central bank to begin cutting rates before June. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Introducing the All&New HotelFinancialCoach.com
Your Ultimate Resource for Financial Leadership in Hospitality & www.hotelfinancialcoach.com Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Global Comfort Group Corp and Hotelogix: Revolutionizing Sustainable Hotel Management
At a recently held press conference in Eurotel Vivaldi, these two companies showcased their collaborative efforts to enhance operational efficiency, guest experience, and environmental sustainability across GCGC's portfolio of hotels. The partnership is aligned with GCGC's commitment to sustainability by promoting efficiency and reducing waste through digitalization and eco&friendly … [Read more...]
Martin Greenwood Named Area Managing Director of LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort and Inn on Fifth in Naples, FL
Prior to joining the Noble House Hotels & Resorts family, Greenwood served as the VP of Operations for Highgate hotels, where he successfully led the resort to a year of award&winning record&breaking numbers in the 2022&2023 year. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino Resort Reopens for the 2024 Season
Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino, the first Mandarin Oriental in Greece, announced the reopening of the resort from 1 April. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
Accor Rejoins the CAC 40, the Paris Stock Exchange Benchmark Index
The decision, effective from March 15, 2024, was made by Euronext Paris's Expert Indices Committee following the quarterly review of the CAC 40 index. Appeared first on: hotelnewsresource.com … [Read more...]
LebaTex and Seaqual Initiative launch collection to support the oceans
LebaTex will introduce its Tidal collection at this year’s HD Expo in Las Vegas. Beyond its designs, this line of upholstery fabrics embodies LebaTex’s commitment to sustainability, particularly in championing ocean conservation. In collaboration with Seaqual Initiative, a force in marine litter recovery, Tidal is an artfully curated ensemble of upholstery fabrics, where each thread weaves a story … [Read more...]
Cendyn Unveils New Brand Repositioning and Platform Capabilities Following Hotel Technology Portfolio Consolidation
Cendyn’s new value proposition presents a powerful collection of integrated solutions, enabling hoteliers to find new guests, book more direct, and grow revenue. Cendyn, a global leader of integrated hotel solutions, has unveiled a revamped brand identity and a new consolidated product offering at ITB Berlin, bolstered by a bigger team in EMEA and APAC to support its growing customer … [Read more...]
GoAudits Celebrates Major Milestones While Accelerating Growth of Its Hotel Audit and Inspection Solutions
The impact of GoAudits' solutions has expanded to over 72 countries, demonstrating the global appeal and effectiveness of its software.3.11.2024 GoAudits, a leading provider of hospitality audit and inspection software, has announced a series of significant achievements and expansions. With a powerful platform dedicated to streamlining operations across various sectors, GoAudits has demonstrated … [Read more...]
15 Pros and Cons of Living in Thailand
Whenever people ask me what my most memorable travel destination is, I always have an immediate answer – Thailand. It’s simply magical. The people are incredibly warm and friendly, the food is delicious, the beaches and mountains are stunning, and the cost of living is surprisingly affordable. There are tons of pros of living in Thailand.Table of Contents Of course, nowhere is entirely … [Read more...]
Choice Exchange Offer to Acquire Wyndham Expires
Choice Hotels International‘s exchange offer to acquire the issued and outstanding shares of Wyndham Hotels & Resorts expired. Wyndham issued a letter to shareholders asking for their support of Wyndham’s nominations for their Board of Directors and issued another statement following Choice’s expiration announcement. All of the news from this morning from both companies is below: NORTH … [Read more...]
AC Hotel opens in Jacksonville
AC Hotels by Marriott has debuted AC Hotel by Marriott Jacksonville St. Johns Town Center in Jacksonville, FL. OTO Development, part of The Johnson Group, developed the hotel in partnership with Simon, a real estate investment group. The four-story hotel comprises 118 guestrooms; a fitness center; 1,500 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space, including a private boardroom; an AC Lounge; and an outdoor … [Read more...]
Cushman & Wakefield arranges sale of SC Holiday Inn
Cushman & Wakefield has arranged the sale of Holiday Inn Rock Hill, a 114-room property located in Rock Hill, SC. Rick Redmond, David Greenberg, Chris Passeggiata and Gabriel Shamay of Cushman & Wakefield represented the seller, Kismet Rock Hill LLC, in the transaction. The hotel was acquired by CN Hotels. “This was a challenging deal as it required us to navigate multiple headwinds, … [Read more...]
Starwood Capital, Jaws sign LOI for merger
Investment entities affiliated with Starwood Capital Group that own interests in a portfolio of hotels—comprising the 1 Hotels properties in Manhattan and Brooklyn, and the De Vere portfolio in the U.K.—and Jaws Mustang Acquisition Corp., a special purpose acquisition company, have signed a non-binding letter of intent for a potential business combination. Under the terms of the LOI, following the … [Read more...]
BUSAN TRAVEL GUIDE for First-Time Travelers
Experience Busan: Your Ultimate Travel Guide Table of Contents Busan, South Korea’s second-largest city, offers a dynamic mix of modern urban landscapes and rich cultural traditions. This coastal city, framed by mountains and edged with expansive beaches, is a destination where visitors can explore South Korea’s spirited energy and serene natural beauty in equal measure. The city’s unique … [Read more...]